Saint Anthony
1640
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1640
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows an older man with a long white beard and wild hair. He’s resting his head on his hand, looking tired but calm. His robes are loose and wrinkled, and a small plant grows near his shoulder. The name at the bottom reads "S. Antonius," which likely means this is Saint Anthony. The artist used sharp lines to show texture in the beard and fabric. Next, check out etching to see how artists like Lievens made detailed prints.
